Common use of Interpretation of Class Specifications Clause in Contracts

Interpretation of Class Specifications. The class specifications are descriptive and explanatory and not restrictive. They are intended to indicate the kinds of positions allocated to various classes. The use of a particular expression, or an illustration as to duties should not be interpreted to exclude others not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of responsibility. The specification for each class should be considered in its entirety and in relation to other classes in the classification plan. Consideration should be given to the general duties, specific tasks, responsibilities, qualifications desired, in relation to other positions, as a way of illustrating the kind of employment the class is designed to perform.

Interpretation of Class Specifications. The class specifications are descriptive and explanatory and not restrictive. They are intended to indicate the kinds of positions allocated to various classes. The use of a particular expression, or an illustration as to duties should not be interpreted to exclude others not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of responsibility. The specification for each class should be considered in its entirety and in relation to other classes in the classification plan. Consideration should be given to the general duties, specific tasks, responsibilities, and qualifications desired, in relation to other positions, as affording together a way picture of illustrating the kind of employment the class is designed to performembrace.